- Guilt and shame
- Trauma and abuse
- Communication skills
About Mary
Mary Jones is an Indiana Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with eight years of clinical experience. She works with people who are struggling with issues such as self-esteem, depression, trauma and abuse, and the strain of life changes. Mary also focuses on communication problems, control issues, isolation, and feelings of guilt and shame.
Mary asks people to leave labels like "right" or "wrong" at the door. She encourages clients to talk about what they notice, not to be judged for it. Sessions move at the client's pace and the client decides what to share.
Her approach centers on clear observations and practical practice. Mary offers feedback and helps people try out different ways of handling feelings and interactions. She often works on assertiveness and on managing anger or sudden outbursts through step-by-step skill practice.
When guilt or shame comes up, Mary helps people name the feeling and look at how it shows up in daily life. She asks questions and suggests small exercises clients can use between sessions to test new responses. The focus is on what actually changes day to day, not on labels.
People can expect straightforward conversation and guided practice aimed at clearer communication and more manageable reactions. Mary treats each person as more than a single problem and adapts the focus as needs and goals shift.
Approaches used in online sessions and practical fit
Mary uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on skills and practical changes. One common approach is skills training that teaches specific ways to manage strong feelings such as anger or shame; this often means practicing short exercises in session and trying them between meetings. Another approach involves guided processing of difficult experiences to help reduce their hold on daily behavior, with attention paid to how memories and beliefs shape current reactions.Choosing which approach to use is collaborative. Mary works with each person to identify goals, preferences, and what feels manageable. She adjusts the focus as someone notices what helps and what does not, testing small changes together rather than assuming a single path.
The practical benefits of meeting online are about fitting sessions into life. Online work can make it easier to schedule a check-in during a work break, avoid travel time, or use a shorter phone or video check-in when that better fits the day. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the exact options before booking. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework to an online setting so the work connects to everyday routines.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Indiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to guilt or shame?
She works with people who bring guilt and shame alongside issues like depression, trauma, self-esteem, and isolation.
How does she approach feelings of guilt and shame in sessions?
She asks clients to drop labels of "right" or "wrong" and focuses on noticing feelings, naming them, and practicing concrete responses.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She is an Indiana LMHC with eight years of experience working with mood, trauma, and interpersonal concerns.
What credential and location information should I know?
She holds the LMHC credential and practices in Indiana.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for meeting with her?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.